Dream Vacation in Paradise

We finally did it! After years of planning and months of waiting, we embarked on our 10 year anniversary/pass the CPA exam/we need a break vacation. We flew to San Juan, Puerto Rico where we climbed aboard the Serenade of the Seas cruise ship. From there we visited St. Thomas, St Maarten, Antigua, St. Lucia, and Barbados. We had never cruised before and weren't sure what to expect, but we both loved it. Besides a little sea sickness, it was a great way to go for a stress-free vacation. The weather was perfect, as was the company. Some of the highlights included a canopy tour in the rainforest including 9 ziplines, a hike to a beautiful volcanic waterfall, and a scenic bike ride through old sugar plantations. It was so nice to enjoy each other without the distractions and stresses of daily life.

This picture was taken at Orient Beach, a nude beach in St. Maarten. No, we did not participate. We stuck to the family-friendly side of the beach. Yuck!

Rich at a craft fair where they sold a lot of crap.

We went on a bike ride in Barbados...they made us wear silly shower caps under out helmets. It was beautiful and picturesque (the scenery that is).

A beautiful beach in Barbados

All dressed up for formal night

Touring an old fort in Puerto Rico

Returning home refreshed, reconnected, and relaxed.

I have to give props to my parents for tending our little cuties while we were away. My mom was exhausted by the time we got home (we were gone 7 nights!) She had to do carpool, naps, homework, the whole shebang. And Cameron didn't sleep at night for her. We never could have done it without you! Thank you so much! You are my heroes!